Resilience in the Face of Hurricane Helene
Home First Waving The past few weeks have tested us in unimaginable ways. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, our Western North Carolina community was deeply impacted—facing power outages, water shortages, limited resources, and widespread disruption. Yet, through it all, I’ve witnessed something truly remarkable: the unwavering dedication and compassion of the Givens Home First […]
How to Support The Givens Staff Who Need It
Dear Friends, I hope this message finds you well. I truly appreciate the outpouring of well wishes and the many offers to help. Hurricane Helene has caused widespread devastation, displacing families, damaging homes, and disrupting essential services. Thankfully, we at Givens Communities are holding up, though we face weeks without water, and have seen significant […]
New Support Group: Caregiving with L.O.V.E.
(Listen, Observe, Validate, Engage) Fourth Tuesdays of Each Month 9:30am – 10:30am, Maple Room at Givens Highland Farms Starting: September 24, 2024 Caregiving is among the most honorable and important jobs a human being can do. It’s also among the hardest. Whether one has chosen caregiving as a profession or has found themselves as primary […]
Fine Friends: New creative community for persons living with memory loss.
1st & 3rd Tuesdays every month from 9:30am–10:30am in the Givens Highland Farms Maple Room Starting: September 17 “I may be forgetful, but I’m still ‘me’!” My friend couldn’t remember our conversations about his fears, his frustrations, his confusion, and his exasperation regarding the “Swiss cheese holes in his brain” … but he could remember that […]
Caring for Caregivers
Givens Home First and Givens Highland Farms Spiritual Care Present: Caring for Caregivers When: 10am on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 Where: Givens Highland Farms Assembly Room Featured speakers: Kimberly Bailey, Vernon and Joyce Robinson Kimberly Bailey will be speaking on Caregiver Self Care, highlighting the importance of caring out of a place of wellness for […]
Closing Thoughts: Dear Younger Me, Let’s Embrace the Journey
Dear Readers, As we conclude this series of reflections and advice (all letters for the “Younger Me” project can be found here), I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for joining me on this journey. Each letter shared has been a heartfelt exploration of the lessons I’ve also learned and the wisdom […]
Dear Younger Me, Let’s Find the Everyday Magic (Letter #5)
The following blog features a blend of letters written by residents of Givens Communities, who have chosen to remain anonymous, as part of the “Younger Me” summer internship project by Nehanshi Dani. Read more about her personal advice and reflections here. Dear Younger Me, I hope this letter finds you surrounded by people who love […]
Dear Younger Me, Let’s Go From Aspirations to Realization (Letter #4)
The following blog features a blend of letters written by residents of Givens Communities, who have chosen to remain anonymous, as part of the “Younger Me” summer internship project by Nehanshi Dani. Read more about her personal advice and reflections here. Dear Younger Me, I hope this letter finds you in good spirits and full […]
Dear Younger Me, Let’s Nurture Tomorrow (Letter #3)
The following blog features a blend of letters written by residents of Givens Communities, who have chosen to remain anonymous, as part of the “Younger Me” summer internship project by Nehanshi Dani. Read more about her personal advice and reflections here. Dear Younger Me, I hope this letter finds you well, and that you’re sitting […]
Dear Younger Me, Let’s Hold Our Loved Ones Close (Letter #2)
The following blog features a blend of letters written by residents of Givens Communities, who have chosen to remain anonymous, as part of the “Younger Me” summer internship project by Nehanshi Dani. Read more about her personal advice and reflections here. Dear Younger Me, I know your heart is carrying a lot of pain right […]
